Curls have a mind of their own. The best way to style curly hair is to work with its natural tendencies. Let it curl, give it direction, but don't fuss with it too much. Always keep your curly hair hydrated by applying an anti-frizz styling product after washing and conditioning. An elegant up-do is an easy hairstyle solution for short or long curly hair.
Short Hair Up-Do
If you have very curly, short hair, you can achieve the look of long hair piled up on top of your head. Begin with clean, conditioned hair. Apply an anti-frizz product to your hair with your fingers and allow it to dry naturally, or blow dry with a diffuser.
Starting from the side of your head, grasp a 2-inch section of hair and twist it, turning the ends upwards. Pin the base of the twisted section in place with a bobby pin, so that the curly ends point up. Twist the bobby pin as you attach it, so that it intertwines with the hairs. This will help hold it in place. Repeat this step with the next 2-inch section of hair, moving towards the back of your head. Continue twisting and pinning sections, all the way to the other side of your head. At this point, all of your hair will be pinned up except for the hair at the front of your head.
Use a decorative hair clip or barrette to pin up the front part of the hair. Add more anti-frizz product, if necessary, and use your fingers to scrunch the hair in place. Pull out a few tendrils in front of your ears, for a softer look.
Long Hair Up-Do
For long curly hair, you can achieve a dramatic up-swept look with old-fashioned pin curls. Begin with washed and conditioned hair, treated with an anti-frizz product. Air dry your hair or use a hair dryer with a diffuser.
Divide your hair into three ponytails: at the top of your head, back of your head and nape of your neck. Secure the ponytails with elastic bands---clear or in a color that matches your hair. The lower two ponytails should be tight, with the sides of your hair lying flat against your head. The top ponytail should be somewhat loose and pushed forward, to create height at the front of the head.
Beginning with the two lower ponytails, pin your curls up, using bobby pins, so that the curls cover the elastic bands. You'll be creating a loose, tousled pile of curls. Repeat this step with the curls from the top ponytail. Adjust your curls, pulling some out and pinning others in, to create a hairstyle you like. Use hairspray to hold the style in place. Attach a pin, flower or hair clip to embellish your look.
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